Sony Handycam HDR-CX240 Operating Manual
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- Page 1 4-531-548-11(1) Digital HD Video Getting started Camera Recorder Recording/Playback Saving images Operating Guide Customizing your camcorder Others Please also refer to : http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/ HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275...
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Page 2: Read This First
Record the SAVE THESE serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers INSTRUCTIONS. whenever you call your Sony dealer DANGER - TO REDUCE regarding this product. THE RISK OF FIRE OR Model No. HDR- Serial No. - Page 3 • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge • Unplug this apparatus during the battery pack. lightning storms or when unused •...
- Page 4 Regulatory Information For Customers in the Declaration of Conformity U.S.A. and Canada Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-CX240 RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION Responsible Party: Sony BATTERIES Electronics Inc. Lithium-Ion batteries Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, are recyclable. San Diego, CA 92127 You can help preserve U.S.A.
- Page 5 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 This equipment has been tested and Japan found to comply with the limits for a For EU product compliance: Sony Class B digital device, pursuant to Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany These limits are designed to provide ...
- Page 6 the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuring these products and batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Charging the battery pack ..9 Refer to it for in-depth instructions on Turning the power on ....11 the many functions of the camcorder. Inserting a memory card ..12 Access the Sony Recording/Playback ... 13 support page. Recording ......... 13 http://www.sony.net/ Playback ........ -
Page 8: Getting Started
Getting started Supplied items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. • Camcorder (1) • AC Adaptor (1) The shape of the AC Adaptor differs depending on the countries/ regions. • USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is designed for use with this camcorder only. -
Page 9: Charging The Battery Pack
Charging the battery pack Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD monitor. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and open it. Insert the battery pack while pressing and holding the battery release lever. Battery pack Battery release lever Close the battery cover and slide it back securely. -
Page 10: Charging The Battery Using Your Computer
Connect the AC Adaptor and the camcorder with the USB connection support cable, and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). USB connection support cable AC Adaptor Built-in USB Cable Wall outlet (wall socket) • The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange. •... -
Page 11: Turning The Power On
Turning the power on Open the LCD monitor of your camcorder and turn the power on. Select the language, the geographical area, Daylight Savings or Summer Time, date format, and the date and time. Move the multi-selector towards /// to select the desired item, and then press the center of the selector to complete the selection. -
Page 12: Inserting A Memory Card
Inserting a memory card Open the cover, and insert the memory card until it clicks. microSD memory card Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) media Printed Terminal surface • The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new memory card. Wait until the screen disappears. •... -
Page 13: Recording/Playback
Recording/Playback Recording Recording movies Open the lens cover. Open the LCD monitor, and press START/STOP to start recording. Power zoom lever • To stop recording, press START/STOP again. • You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO (Dual Capture). •... -
Page 14: Shooting Photos
Shooting photos Open the lens cover. Open the LCD monitor and select [MODE] (Photo). Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. Power zoom lever • When the focus is adjusted properly, AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD monitor. -
Page 15: Playback
Playback Open the LCD monitor and press the (View Images) button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode. Select to move the desired event to the center, and then select the part circled () in the figure. Switch Movie Format Remaining battery To the MENU... -
Page 16: Playback Operations
Select the image. Recorded time/ Event name number of photos To go back to the Event View Switch screen Image Type button Previous Movie Next Photo Change to the movie/photo Last played image recording mode Playback operations Volume Previous/Next Delete Fast-reverse/Fast-forward Context... -
Page 17: Viewing Images At A Larger Size
Viewing images at a larger size Connecting the camcorder to a TV Connect the HDMI OUT jack of the camcorder to the HDMI IN jack of a TV using the HDMI cable supplied. Signal flow • If your TV does not have an HDMI jack, connect the Multi Terminal of the camcorder to the video/audio input jacks of the TV using an AV cable (sold separately). -
Page 18: Saving Images
Calendar discs network services To download PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Home can be downloaded from the following URL. www.sony.net/pm/ To check the computer system You can check the computer requirements for the software at the following URL. www.sony.net/pcenv/... -
Page 19: Connecting An External Media Device
Connecting an external media device Recorder without a USB jack Connect a recorder to the Multi Terminal of your camcorder using an AV cable (sold separately). • Movies are copied with standard definition image quality. Signal flow... -
Page 20: Using The Wi-Fi Function (Hdr- Pj275)
NFC function is required. • The operation methods and display screens for the application are subject to change without notice by future upgrades. http://www.sony.net/pmm/ Android OS Install PlayMemories Mobile from Google play. • Android 4.0 or higher is required to use One-Touch functions (NFC). - Page 21 Notes Transferring MP4 movies and photos to your • Cancel the sleep mode or unlock the screen on the smartphone smartphone beforehand. • Make sure that is displayed One-touch connection on the LCD monitor of the with an Android camcorder and the smartphone.
- Page 22 Input the password Using your smartphone displayed on the camcorder as a wireless remote (first time only). commander You can record with the camcorder using your smartphone as a wireless remote commander. On your camcorder, select iPhone/iPad [Camera/Mic] Shooting Assist] ...
- Page 23 Select the access point you want to register, enter the Install the dedicated password, then select software in your computer (first time only). Windows: PlayMemories Home www.sony.net/pm/ Mac: Wireless Auto Import http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/ Mac/ • If the software is already installed in your computer,...
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Page 24: Customizing Your Camcorder
Customizing your camcorder Using the menus Select Select a category. Select a desired menu item. Scroll the menu items up or down. • Select to finish setting the menu or to return to the previous menu screen. -
Page 25: Others
Others Precautions possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, recording media, etc. • The camcorder is not dustproofed, AC Adaptor dripproofed or waterproofed. Do not short-circuit the battery • Do not let your camcorder get wet, terminal with any metallic objects. for example, from rain or sea water. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
All settings, including the clock If you use the camcorder setting, are reset. continuously for a long time, the • Contact your Sony dealer or local camcorder gets very warm. This is not authorized Sony service facility. a malfunction. Overheat protection... -
Page 27: Specifications
(Class 4 or faster) PJ240E/PJ270E)) The capacity that a user can use The unique image processing (Approx.) system of Sony’s BIONZ-X HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275: allows still image resolution 7.75 GB equivalent to the sizes 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a described. - Page 28 Average power consumption: During camera recording using LCD Power requirements: AC 100 V - monitor at normal brightness: 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz HDR-CX240/CX240E: 1.8 W Current consumption: 200 mA HDR-PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/ Power consumption: 11 W PJ270E/PJ275: 1.9 W Output voltage: DC 5.0 V, 1 500 mA Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C...
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Page 29: Rechargeable Battery
Trademarks supplied battery pack • AVCHD, AVCHD Progressive, AVCHD logotype and AVCHD Progressive HDR-CX240/CX240E logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Charging time (minutes) Corporation. AC Adaptor • Memory Stick and (supplied) trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. -
Page 30: Parts And Controls
• Parts and controls microSDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • Android, Google Play are Figures in ( ) are reference trademarks of Google Inc. pages. • iOS is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. •... - Page 31 Speaker Memory card slot (12) Memory card access lamp Tripod receptacle (12) Battery cover (9) HDMI OUT jack Battery release lever PROJECTOR IN jack (17) (HDR- Battery pack (9) PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/ PJ270E/PJ275) ...
- Page 32 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ © 2014 Sony Corporation Printed in China...